Strong Q3 Earnings Season: Retailers Mixed, Tech Leaders in FocusThe third-quarter earnings season concluded with a robust performance, as 99% of S&P 500 companies reported, showing an estimated 13.4% jump in earnings per share. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth, surpassing the previous quarters 12% growth.Specialty retailers shared their results, revealing mixed consumer spending trends. GameStops stock fell 5% after reporting lower revenue than expected, while AutoZone missed earnings estimates due to tariff-related price increases. Campbells sales declined by 3%, indicating more intentional shopping by consumers.However, Victorias Secret shares surged over 13% after beating expectations and raising their outlook for the year, signaling progress in their turnaround efforts. Ulta Beauty also saw its stock jump 5% after solid results and a slightly raised full-year forecast.Looking ahead, Oracle, a leader in artificial intelligence, is expected to report their latest numbers, with Adobe and Broadcom rounding out the third-quarter reporting season. Overall, while some retailers faced challenges, the broader market demonstrated resilience, with many companies exceeding initial expectations for the quarter.

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